Childminder in West Northamptonshire

This provision meets requirements

n Children's safety is a priority for the childminder. She ensures her setting is clean and safe for the children who attend. She regularly completes risk assessments of her setting, removing any potential hazards that may cause harm. For example, kitchen cupboards are fitted with safety locks, and stairgates are used to prevent babies from climbing stairs. n The childminder regularly updates her safeguarding knowledge. She demonstrates she can recognise the signs that children may be at risk of harm. She confidently talks through the referral process she will use if she has any concerns about children's safety or welfare. She knows the correct procedure for reporting an accusation made against herself or a member of her household. n The childminder has a good understanding of the early years foundation stage learning and development requirements. She explains how she will gather information about the children to identify their starting points. She will use

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observations and assessments to plan activities that support children to make continued progress. n The childminder explains how she will create a stimulating environment where children will be eager to learn. She describes how she will support children's individual interests and introduce them to new experiences to ensure that they experience a broad and balanced curriculum. For instance, she plans to take children on a bus to visit the local library to promote a love of books. n The childminder is aware of her responsibility to complete a progress check for children aged between two and three years old and to share this with parents. She also understands the importance of working with outside agencies to support children with special educational needs and/or disabilities. n Children's health and well-being are important to the childminder. She plans to provide children with nutritious home-cooked meals and teach them about

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healthy eating. She will provide regular opportunities for children to enjoy fresh air and exercise. For example, she will take children on walks to the local park. n The childminder is able to explain how she will manage children's behaviour in an appropriate way. For example, the childminder talks about being a good role model. She will provide group activities to support children to take turns and share. She aims to instil values such as kindness and respect for each other's differences. n Partnerships with parents are important to the childminder. She describes how she will exchange information with parents regarding children's progress. This will help to support parents to continue their child's learning at home. n The childminder keeps up to date with mandatory training, such as paediatric first aid. She also reflects on her practice and undertakes relevant training courses and reading to help refresh her knowledge and skills.

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31 January 2023 There were no children in the early years age range present when this inspection took place. The findings in this report are based on evidence gathered from discussions with those who care for the children and an inspection of the premises, equipment and relevant documentation. Where there are no early years children present, no judgement is made on the quality of the early years provision as there is no reliable evidence on which to assess its impact on children. The report states whether the provider continues to meet the requirements of registration.

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Setting details

Unique reference number 2597285 Local authority West Northamptonshire Inspection number 10262995 Type of provision Childminder

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Registers

Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Day care type Childminder

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inspection

Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 7 Date of previous inspection Not applicable

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Information about this early years setting

The childminder registered in 2020 and lives in Northampton. She operates all year round, from 7.30am until 6pm, Monday to Friday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder is registered to provide overnight care for children.

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Inspection activities

n This was the first routine inspection the childminder received since the COVID- 19 pandemic began. The inspector discussed the impact of the pandemic with the provider and has taken that into account in their evaluation of the provider. n The inspector viewed the provision and discussed the safety and suitability of the premises. n The childminder spoke to the inspector about their intentions for children's learning. n The childminder provided the inspector with a sample of key documentation on request.

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We carried out this inspection under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 on the quality and standards of provision that is registered on the Early Years Register. The registered person must ensure that this provision complies with the statutory framework for children's learning, development and care, known as the early years foundation stage.

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31 January 2023 31 January 2023 regulates and inspects to achieve excellence in the care of children and young people, and in education and skills for learners of all ages. It regulates and inspects childcare and children's social care, and inspects the Children and Family Court Advisory and Support Service (Cafcass), schools, colleges, initial teacher training, further education and skills, adult and community learning, and education and training in prisons and other secure establishments. It assesses council children's services, and inspects services for looked after children, safeguarding and child protection.

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